FALL FAITH OPPORTUNITIES

Life is a journey.  Our life experiences add to our faith growth.  Knowing God and God’s life-lessons makes the difference during this life—and the next.  Here are some ways to get better acquainted with Your Maker and God’s desires for your life.

 SUNDAY MORNING ADULT CLASSES:

 The Lectionary Class studies the potential scriptures Pastor Al will use in building next week’s worship service.  Have the chance to pre-read the scriptures and study them in a group before worship.  You do not have to have an extensive Bible knowledge...come and learn. Meets in the Nursery; led by Jodi McDougall.

 The All Things Considered in Light of the Gospel class tackles a variety of topics and issues as the class shares leadership.  Not everyone has the same viewpoint, but learning together is a shared journey.  Topics coming soon:  a study and discussion of the book The Jesus Papers led by David Deshler and John Phillips and then a discussion of The Hidden Gospels by David Klotz, led by Deanie Adams.  A series on up-dating Biblical archeology follows.  The first Sunday in October will be a presentation of the Dead Sea Scrolls (preceding the Senior Travelers hosted trip to see them).  Other topics and their schedule will be listed soon.  Meets in the Sund Room

 The Young Adult Class—will meet in the Library with Ursula Johnson as facilitator.  They are working on choosing their curriculum and meeting schedule for the fall.  Drop in and join them.

 Mid-week studies:

 Disciple Bible Study—Monday evenings, 7:00 PM.  Jodi McDougall will lead this Bible study that is a journey of faith beginning with the book of Genesis and ending with Revelation 34 weeks later.   This study is a commitment to reading the Word of God daily and meeting with the Disciple group weekly.  It involves being willing to be transformed by God’s Word and God’s Spirit as it moves through the group each week.

          I have led the Youth Bible Study for the past four years and have prayerfully decided to move with the young adults into a deeper understanding of God’s Word through the Disciple Bible Study.  This group is open to all ages: from recent graduates to senior citizens.  The more varied the age range brings different and new insights into our discussions.  I have led disciple groups in years past, so I am eager to do so again.

          Have you been thinking about a beginning Bible study?  Getting back into Bible study?  Wanting to meet with fellow Christians and discuss God’s Word?  Come on Monday to see if this Bible Study is for you.  — Jodi

 Bible Study Fellowship—is an inter-denominational Bible study that meets weekly for an in-depth study.  The depth of study and what you are encouraged to learn and apply to your life is phenomenal.  The Women have two class time options: the Wednesday morning group meets at Fox Island Alliance Church, the Monday evening women’s group meets at Central Baptist Church (5000  67^th Ave W, University Place).  The Men’s Class meets Monday evenings at University Place Presbyterian Church (8101  27^th Street W, Tacoma).  We have many in the church who attend —and many who credit Bible Study Fellowship with the awakening of their faith.  You need to make a commitment to be faithfully in God’s Word, and the study will give you the background to scripture, and encourage you to be applying what you are learning to your life daily. This year’s study is on the book of Romans. Carolanne can hook you with someone currently going.

The pre-school through fifth grade children will be uses the curriculum Exploring Faith.  This fall they begin the year with Moses leading God’s people out of Egypt, through the Wilderness and into the Promised Land. 

 Youth—the Mid-highs uses a curriculum called Tweens in Transition.  This fall’s focus is on Hope.  God’s connection with God’s people throughout the Bible is a study in hope.  First, God’s created order bringing us hope.  God is our source of hope amidst the confusion and change in our lives.  MID-HIGH YOUTH will meet Sunday evenings at 5:30, starting with the Fall Kick-Off on September 10th.

            Senior High youth will meet and set their curriculum direction with their leaders.  SENIOR HIGH YOUTH  meets Sunday evenings at 6:30.